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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Fortune

Mustafa Tovi, a employee at Walmart for 25 years has climbed the ranks to make six figures. Mustafa Tovi is riding the high of a good week. Though he says he doesn’t easily get emotional, Tovi recalls folding when he got a call from Walmart. On Father’s Day, Tovi...

This Walmart manager makes up to $500,000 a year after starting part-time making $8 hourly. How the retail giant started to pay up

Colorado State

Denver, CO

CBS Denver

Kroger and Albertsons released a list of stores nationwide that the company would sell under a divestiture proposal. 89 Colorado Safeway stores and two Albertsons are on the list.  All 91 stores in Colorado would be sold to C&S Wholesale Grocers which operates Piggly Wiggly. The sale of 579 stores nationwide meet Kroger and Albertsons plan not to trigger any layoffs.A year-long investigation has led Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser to file a lawsuit to block the merger between Kroger, the parent company of King Soopers and City Market stores and Albertsons, the parent company of Safeway stores in Colorado....

Here's the list of 91 Safeway and Albertsons stores that may be sold if planned merger happens

Georgia State

Jupiter, FL

Lawsuit alleges that grocer failed to ensure a safe environment for customers. A woman has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets, alleging negligence after she slipped and fell on the grocer's premises, incurring severe injuries. As reported by Florida Record, Terusa Gray filed the complaint against the grocer in...

Woman Sues Publix for Slip and Fall Incident

The US Sun

WALMART customers are fuming over the store's new carts, claiming they're too large for shorter shoppers. A shopping cart is essential for any trip to Walmart. Select stores nationwide have rolled out new shopping carts with cupholders and even a spot to store phones while shopping. However, customers pointed out...

Walmart customers boycott store over new cart change claiming they ‘hurt’ your arms – and vow to shop at Publix instead

Consumers are still feeling the pinch at grocery stores, so it can feel extra good to get a freebie when you shop at your favorite supermarket. Several grocery chains around the country offer such freebies to shoppers. And there is no catch — you do not have to make a purchase to qualify for your gratis goodie.

6 Things You Can Get for Free at Grocery Stores

New York Post

Restaurant pros are spilling the tea — on their rudest customers.

Surprisingly, how patrons treat waitstaff doesn’t top the list of bad behaviors — but rather, how guests behave towards the eatery’s host.

“I don’t expect people to have an in-depth knowledge of how a restaurant operates — and the host, the maître d’, is kind of like the conductor of a big symphony, and people aren’t privy to that,” Patrick Murphy, the director of hospitality and partner at Colorado restaurants Rootstalk and Radicato, told HuffPost.

Patrons often make the mistake of thinking the host as “the low man on the totem pole,” when really, they are orchestrate...

Restaurant workers call out  ‘rude’ customer behavior with surprising list of pet peeves: ‘We are people, too’

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Krispy Kreme has been giving us a lot lately. Between its patriotic Star Spangled Sweetness Collection, with new and returning flavors, to the Dolly Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection offering four new flavors served in a customized Dolly Parton box, there’s plenty to get excited about. While the doughnut company...

Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away Free Doughnuts All Month Long

The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

FinanceBuzz

Craving Burger King? July's a great month to dine out, with free food and discounts galore.

Burger King Is Offering Customers Free Food All Month Long

Connecticut State

The Associated Press

Stop & Shop said Friday it will close 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast U.S. by the end of the year. The chain, which is owned by the Dutch supermarket company Ahold Delhaize, said it will close 10 stores in New Jersey, eight stores in Massachusetts, seven stores in New York, five stores in Connecticut and two stores in Rhode Island. The company said employees at affected stores would be offered other jobs within the company. Asked by The Associated Press how many people are employed at the 32 stores, Stop & Shop wouldn’t say. Stop & Shop, which got its start in 1914 in Somerville, Massachusetts, operates around 400 grocery stores and has 60,000 employees.

Stop & Shop closing 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast

South Carolina State

Town Talks

Navigating North Carolina's Rules on Sleeping in Your Car. As night falls and exhaustion sets in during a long drive, the urge to pull over for a quick nap becomes strong. However, travelers on North Carolina’s highways should be aware that a roadside snooze might come with legal complications.

Is It Illegal To Sleep At A North Carolina Rest Area, Here is What You Need to Know

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Heidi Klum‘s daughter Leni Klum has sparked pity as fans react to photos of her at a high-profile NYC event. The 20-year-old model and daughter to 51-year-old supermodel Heidi, attended a David Yurman bash in the Big Apple in April — alongside being signed to brands including Dior Beauty and Intimissi, Leni is now an ambassador for the jewelry brand.

Heidi Klum’s Daughter Pitied In Plunging Dress That Looks ‘Cheap’

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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Calling all N.J. food businesses! Here are the reasons you need to vend at our huge food festival.

NJ.com’s food festival, Jersey Eats: A Taste of New Jersey, is hitting Atlantic City for the first time and we are still looking for the best...

Calling all N.J. food businesses! Here are the reasons you need to vend at our huge food festival.

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